Senior Project Manager - Finance PMO (Hybrid)

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Completes work with minimal guidance and direction, and typical project management assignments have a high level of complexity which may involve unstructured and ambiguous situations. Assignments may also include a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality and specialized knowledge or experience. Strong organizational skills (planning, prioritizing) and communication skills (written, verbal, listening) are critical to this position, as is the ability to successfully adapt to diverse people and situations, manage conflict, proactively resolve issues, and complete assignments on time. Must demonstrate developed skills in leadership, negotiation and facilitation techniques and interact professionally with staff and management at all levels. Solid understanding of Project Management methodologies and principles and possesses strong technical and analytical skills. Will often serve in a mentoring and leadership role.

Requirements

8-10 years of related work experience
University or Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
Advanced experience using MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Advanced experience using MS Project 2010 and Project Portfolio Tools
General understanding of the insurance and financial services industry

Nice To Haves

Experience providing project management support within a Finance organization preferred
Professional certification (PMP, ESI – Masters, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

Managing projects, which involves determining project deliverables and timelines, developing a project plan and managing to the plan, coordinating and leading meetings, preparing meeting minutes and status reports.
Working with team members to resolve issues.
Coordinating activities of a project team which may include individuals from multiple teams, departments and locations.
Manage and deliver assigned projects to agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.
Maintaining an understanding of all services, operational processes and procedures.
Developing relationships and expertise within the divisions to provide continued value-add services.
Assisting divisional clients with navigating service requests; providing escalations as necessary.
Supporting project teams in creating a business case, including cost benefit analysis.
Mentoring team members.
Supporting Project Management methodologies.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs